Putting the Joy Back in the Lenten Season: Tips for Making It Through the Season of Sacrifice
For the majority of the world, the 46 days leading up to Easter are just like any other. For devout Christians and Catholics, however, the period is characterized by little indulgence and unwilling sacrifice. It is the p ...
Category: Holidays and Observances Christianity
Is the Cure to Coronavirus Prayer?
The Indonesian Health Minister shocked many when he said that his government is relying on the power of prayer to keep coronavirus off Indonesian soil. And he's not the only one relying on God to keep his nation safe.
Category: Science
Appeals Court Rules 34-Foot Cross in Public Park Not "Religious Symbol"
The Bayview Park Cross in Pensacola, Florida can stay, per a new Appeals Court ruling. They ruled that, given the cross's long tenure in the park, it's no longer a religious symbol, but a neutral symbol of the community.
Category: freedom from religion
Lent: What Is It and Why Do People Give Things Up?
Whether you’re exploring a new religion or just curious as to why half your coworkers and acquaintances decide to fast at the same time every year, you may want to learn more about Lent. What is it, what is Ash Wednesd ...
Category: Holidays and Observances Christianity
Guiding a Wayward Child Back to the Church of Latter-day Saints
If your child, regardless of age, has chosen to leave the Church of Latter-day Saints, you may feel burdened by his or her decision. You may also feel that the decision is a failure on your part. Could you have done more ...
Category: Morality Spirituality Christianity
Online Dating as a Christian: Should You Do It?
As of 2019, 39% of heterosexual couples reported having met their significant others online. More than half of Americans have used an online dating service, and nearly three-quarters of single adults say they believe tha ...
Category: Religion Christianity
Catholic Church Attempts To Prevent One of Its Priests From Suing for Child Abuse
Over the past two decades, tens of thousands of survivors have come forward with their stories of sexual abuse at the hands of Catholic clergymen. Though the pervasiveness of the problem suggests that it is intricately a ...
Category: Morality Christianity
Crystal Healing: Is There Any Merit to This Trending Technique?
Whether you’re into alternative medicine or not, you’ve likely heard of crystal healing. Crystal healing refers to an alternative healing technique that involves using crystals and stones to cure disease and protect ...
Category: Health and Wellness Superstitions
Why Gen Z’s Lack of Religion May Be a Good Thing
According to a Pew Research study, Generation Z is the least religious generation to date. Approximately one-third claim to have no religious affiliation, which is about the same percentage of millennials who also have n ...
Americans Are Losing Confidence in Organized Religion — Here’s Why
According to a Gallup poll, Americans’ confidence in organized religion is at an all-time low. This news may come as no surprise, as confidence in organized religion has been on the decline for several decades now. Whe ...